Relaxation is such an essential ingredient for our health and well-being that I like to refer to it as vitamin R. Our body, mind and spirit need rest and relaxation every day to absorb all the other nutrients, release toxins and help our body and mind let go of stress. We need vitamin R to digest everything we learn and achieve throughout the day. When we forget to relax in the [...]
When you learn how to delegate effectively, it frees up time and energy to focus on what you do best and enjoy most. When I think about how to delegate effectively, I immediately think of Gloria, the treasurer of our community choir. Before concerts she sends out an e-mail asking for volunteers for specific tasks such as greeting people at the door and putting up chairs before the concert. [...]
When I find myself in a noisy place, I like to listen to all the sounds around me, trying to identify how many sounds there are and where they are coming from. Closing my eyes helps me tune into the soundscape. […]
The idealization of succeeding independently inherent to North American culture creates a major barrier for many people to reach out and ask for support through life coaching. Often when someone inquires about my life coaching services, the first thing s/he says is: “I know, I should be able to figure this out on my own.” […]
While sipping one of my favourite smoothies, I noticed just how much smoothies and life coaching have in common… One of my favourite summer treats is to blend an abundance of berries and vegetables from the garden into a delicious smoothie. Recently, while sipping one of my favourite smoothies, I noticed just how much smoothies and life coaching have in common. Here are some of the common qualities I [...]
Create success on your terms with life coaching. Success as defined by Webster is: “the attainment of wealth, favour or eminence.” Success on your own terms can be something entirely different. Here’s how a few of my life coaching clients define success: “Feeling confident about my decisions. Finding time for the things I love and letting go of things that don’t matter. Having confidence [...]
Recently I offered a Mini-Retreat course at Oaklands Community Centre. Two days prior to the workshop, I received an e-mail from Oaklands, asking whether I wanted to go ahead with the workshop despite the low number of registered participants. Only three people had registered for the course. Usually my minimum is six people. The logical next step would have been to cancel the course. I am [...]
On my way back from the Grand Canyon, I had a few hours overlay in Seattle. I was tired from my travel through the night and early morning and was looking for a place to relax and recharge. On my walk towards the downtown ferry terminal, I stumbled upon a beautiful Chinese tea store. I walked in and was immediately surrounded by a pleasant, calming atmosphere. A few water fountains, soft [...]
Today, I want to share one of my favourite companions for relaxation with you: my eye-pillow! Falling asleep with my eye-pillow placed on my eyes is just wonderful! It helps me release any tension from the day and get sound and peaceful sleep throughout the night. On my travels, it makes getting good sleep in unfamiliar environments that much easier. My afternoon power-nap is even more relaxing and energizing, if I [...]
Big cities with their concrete building, loud noise and pollution exhaust me. Whenever I visit a big city, I immediately look for an oasis, a sanctuary, a natural space in the midst of the high rises. […]
